# LinkScan

> LinkScan is a free QR code generator and link-management platform. Create unlimited static and dynamic QR codes with scan analytics, custom branded short links, and no expiration. Dynamic QR codes and their custom short links keep working permanently — including after an Advanced subscription is cancelled.

Key facts:
- Unlimited static QR codes, generated client-side, with no account required.
- Free tier includes dynamic QR codes with scan analytics and no scan limits.
- The Advanced plan adds custom branded short links (linkscan.org/s/your-name), higher creation limits, and more.
- Dynamic codes and custom short links never expire and continue redirecting after cancellation.

## Product
- [Free QR Code Generator](https://linkscan.org/free-qr-code-generator): Create static and dynamic QR codes for free — no signup required.
- [Dynamic QR Codes](https://linkscan.org/dynamic-qr-codes): Editable-destination QR codes with real-time scan analytics.
- [QR Code Generator Comparison](https://linkscan.org/qr-code-generator-comparison): How LinkScan compares to other QR platforms on features, limits, and price.
- [Pricing](https://linkscan.org/pricing): Free and Advanced plans. Codes and custom short links never expire, even after cancellation.
- [API Documentation](https://linkscan.org/docs/api): Generate QR codes programmatically via the LinkScan API.
- [About LinkScan](https://linkscan.org/about): Why we built a QR platform where core features are free and codes never break.

## Guides, comparisons & articles
- [Best Dynamic QR Code Generator in 2026: Honest Comparison](https://linkscan.org/blog/best-dynamic-qr-code-generators): Side-by-side comparison of LinkScan, QR Tiger, QRLynx, TQRCG, Flowcode, and Uniqode focused on dynamic QR code features: editing, analytics, scan limits, expiration, and pricing.
- [Best QR Code Generators for Restaurant Menus in 2026](https://linkscan.org/blog/best-qr-code-generators-restaurants): Honest comparison of LinkScan, Menu Tiger, MenuHoster, Uniqode, and Toast for restaurant menus. Covers free dynamic codes, scan limits during peak hours, menu updates, and POS integration.
- [GS1 Digital Link & Sunrise 2027: How QR Codes Will Replace Barcodes](https://linkscan.org/blog/gs1-digital-link-sunrise-2027): The 1D barcode is being retired. Under GS1's Sunrise 2027 initiative, retailers worldwide are committing to scan QR codes at checkout by the end of 2027. Here is what is changing, why, and what it means for brands, retailers, and shoppers.
- [Best Free QR Code Generators in 2026: An Honest Comparison](https://linkscan.org/blog/best-free-qr-code-generators): Side-by-side comparison of LinkScan, QRCode Monkey, QR Tiger, QRLynx, TQRCG, and Adobe Express. Covers free dynamic codes, scan limits, expiration policies, and pricing.
- [LinkScan vs QR Code Monkey: Which QR Generator Is Better?](https://linkscan.org/compare/linkscan-vs-qr-code-monkey): Compare LinkScan and QR Code Monkey side by side. Free dynamic codes, scan limits, pricing, and features compared.
- [LinkScan vs QR Tiger: Free QR Code Generators Compared](https://linkscan.org/compare/linkscan-vs-qr-tiger): QR Tiger limits free users to 3 dynamic codes and 500 scans. See how LinkScan compares with unlimited codes and no scan caps.
- [LinkScan vs QR-Code-Generator.com: Honest Comparison](https://linkscan.org/compare/linkscan-vs-qr-code-generator): QR-Code-Generator.com offers a 14-day trial then locks your codes. LinkScan gives you free dynamic codes that never expire.
- [How to Create a Dynamic QR Code (Free, Step-by-Step)](https://linkscan.org/guides/how-to-create-dynamic-qr-code): Create a free dynamic QR code in under 2 minutes. Edit the destination URL after printing, track scans, add your logo, and use custom short links.
- [Free QR Code Generator: No Signup, No Account Required](https://linkscan.org/guides/free-qr-code-generator-no-signup): Create free QR codes instantly with no account, no email, and no hidden fees. Supports URLs, WiFi, vCards, email, phone, and SMS.
- [QR Codes for Events: Tickets, Check-In, and Marketing Guide](https://linkscan.org/blog/qr-codes-events): How to use QR codes for event registration, ticketing, check-in, and marketing. Covers conferences, concerts, weddings, trade shows, and more.
- [QR Codes for Restaurants: The Complete Implementation Guide](https://linkscan.org/blog/qr-codes-restaurants): How to implement QR code menus, ordering, and payments in your restaurant. Covers platform selection, costs, multi-language support, and ROI tracking.
- [How to Scan a QR Code: iPhone, Android & Troubleshooting Guide](https://linkscan.org/blog/how-to-scan-qr-code): Learn how to scan QR codes on iPhone and Android. Step-by-step instructions for Camera app, Google Lens, troubleshooting tips, and how to scan codes from screenshots.
- [The Hidden Costs of QR Code Generators: What "Free" Really Means](https://linkscan.org/blog/hidden-costs-qr-code-generators): Most "free" QR code generators have catches: codes that expire, scan limits, paywalled features, and privacy concerns. Learn what to watch for and what truly free should look like.
- [50+ Creative QR Code Ideas for Every Industry](https://linkscan.org/blog/qr-code-ideas): Discover over 50 creative ways to use QR codes across restaurants, retail, real estate, healthcare, events, and more. Practical ideas with implementation tips for businesses of all sizes.
- [History of QR Codes: Complete Timeline from 1994 to 2025](https://linkscan.org/blog/qr-code-history): The complete history of QR codes from invention by Masahiro Hara in 1994 to 2.2 billion users in 2025. Timeline of key milestones including ISO standardisation, mobile payments, and pandemic adoption.
- [QR Code Security: How to Spot Malicious QR Codes](https://linkscan.org/blog/qr-code-security): The complete guide to QR code security. Learn how quishing attacks work, how to identify malicious codes, mobile security settings for iOS and Android, enterprise considerations, and what to do if you scan a compromised code.
- [QR Code Analytics: Track Scans with GA4, Umami, and Oculis](https://linkscan.org/blog/qr-code-analytics): Go beyond basic scan counts. Learn how to track QR code performance with Google Analytics 4, Umami, and Oculis Analytics for deeper campaign insights.
- [QR Codes for Business Cards: The Complete Guide](https://linkscan.org/blog/qr-codes-business-cards): Create professional QR codes for business cards. Learn the vCard format, optimal sizing for print, design best practices, and what information to encode.
- [QR Codes in Payments and Cryptocurrency: The Complete Guide](https://linkscan.org/blog/qr-codes-payments-crypto): How QR codes power billions in transactions. From Alipay and WeChat Pay to Bitcoin wallets, learn how payment QR codes work and how to create them.
- [The Ultimate Guide to QR Codes (2025): Everything You Need to Know](https://linkscan.org/blog/ultimate-guide-qr-codes): The definitive resource for QR codes. From creation to tracking, design to deployment, covering types, best practices, size guidelines, security, and use cases across industries.
- [QR Code Size Guide: Minimum Dimensions for Print and Digital](https://linkscan.org/blog/qr-code-size-guide): What size should your QR code be? The complete guide covering the 10:1 rule, minimum dimensions for business cards, posters, and billboards, plus print resolution requirements.
- [QR Code Statistics 2025: Usage, Trends, and Growth Data](https://linkscan.org/blog/qr-code-statistics): 2.2 billion users, $5.4 trillion in payments, 100 million US scanners. The essential QR code statistics for 2025, backed by Juniper, Statista, and industry research.
- [Static vs Dynamic QR Codes: Which Should You Use?](https://linkscan.org/blog/static-vs-dynamic-qr-codes): The complete guide to choosing between static and dynamic QR codes. Learn the key differences, when to use each, and how to decide for your project.
- [How to Create a WiFi QR Code: Share Your Network Instantly](https://linkscan.org/blog/wifi-qr-code): Let guests connect to your WiFi with a simple scan. No typing passwords, no spelling out your network name. Works on all modern smartphones.
- [Free QR Code Generator: Create Custom QR Codes in 2025](https://linkscan.org/blog/free-qr-code-generator): A complete guide to creating professional QR codes for free. No sign-up required, full customisation, and download in PNG or SVG.
- [How QR Codes Work: The Complete Technical Guide](https://linkscan.org/blog/how-qr-codes-work): A comprehensive technical guide to QR code technology. Learn about finder patterns, encoding modes, Reed-Solomon error correction, masking patterns, and how scanners decode data in milliseconds.
- [Why Dynamic QR Codes Are Essential for Modern Brands](https://linkscan.org/blog/why-dynamic-qr-codes): Static codes are permanent, but dynamic codes evolve. Discover how real-time tracking and editable URLs can transform your marketing campaigns.